Leilani Todd Email & Phone Number

United States

Facilitate and coach educational programs focused on strengthening the skill set of staff members with leadership responsibilities ranging from key contributors considering a supervisory role, to new and experienced supervisors and mid-level managers. A range of courses that help develop leadership skills, knowledge and abilities needed to hire, develop and lead others, manage performance, communicate effectively and make decisions. The goal is to equip supervisors and managers with tools and resources to successfully lead and engage high-performing teams.

Albia, Iowa, United States

Led a $43.5M annual revenue electric distribution cooperative with direct oversight of financials andmanaging the overall resources and operations spanning 1,300 miles of overhead and underground spanning seven counties. Secured over $7M of Rural Economic Development Loans and Grants, a 45% increase in the REDI&G by aggressively promoting economic development and partnering with local businesses. Attained over 3,200 safe working days without a lost-time accident and 430,000 miles driven without a vehicle accident by launching an employee-driven safety committee that promoted best practices and nurtured a "safety first" culture. Maintained Average Service Availability Index (ASAI) of 99.98% over 5 years by investing in right-of-way maintenance, sectionalizing study, and adjusting work plans to accommodate load growth and capacity issues. Invested in physical and cyber security to protect member assets, including adding a new equipment storage facility. Positioned the cooperative for the future by facilitating board training to increase awareness of the impact of emerging technology on members' needs and future load requirements. Expanded and mobilized expansive communication methods, including weekly radio addresses, v-cast/podcasts, social media, direct mail, and live events for annual meetings to reach and engage a more diverse population of members. Orchestrated development of a 5-year IT plan and contingencies for cyber assets to mitigate single points of failure. o Implemented employee IT training, 3 computer usage policies, password protection, and a business recovery plan. Initiated a pilot program in partnership with the state-wide association and other state agencies (one of only two electric cooperatives in the state) for member-consumers to pre-pay their electric bill.

Chase City, Virginia, United States

Fueled groundbreaking transformation in critical areas of HR and safety for a cooperative serving over 31,000 accounts in portions of nine Southside Virginia and five northern North Carolina counties. Negotiated over $5.7M in savings by reconfiguring employee benefits packages, reallocating $3M to maintain existing benefits and fund salary increases. Saved $19M over six years and 1.3M hours worked by launching an employee-driven safety program. Developed a program and spearheaded a four-year certification process, ultimately becoming only one of 17 organizations nationwide to be recognized with Four Star Service Excellence. Championed a supportive employee-centric collaboration model that transformed the corporate culture by introducing interaction, communication, and problem-solving. Collaborated with managers to implement competency-based recruiting tools and behavioral interviewing to hire the best-fit candidates resulting in a 100% employee retention rate.

Topeka, Kansas Area

Steered financial activities in service of 28 electric distribution cooperatives and three generation and transmission cooperatives to advance the financial position and promote strategic decisions of the Board of Directors.  Managed $4.5M in investments, determining best long-term ROI to strengthen the organization's financial position. Identified the financial and business needs of the 31-member board and collaborated to develop a long-term strategic plan.  Implemented and monitored progress of objectives taking action to realign as needed and delivering on expectations. Paved the way for a 30-acre real estate development by partnering with county officials to minimize taxes and acquire zoning approvals.

Topeka, Ks

Shepherded the organization's financial recovery, avoiding Chapter 11 bankruptcy and state takeover. Overhauled and oversaw all multi-facility financial operations, including business office personnel, accounts payable/ receivable, resident intake and billing, private pay, Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance. Led paper to online financial system transition, reduced processing time and billing errors, and increased account revenue. Created and implemented accounting policies and practices supporting the new automated system achieving robust efficiency and productivity across 13 facilities in three states.